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Supercharged 1937 Cord 812 Sportsman Convertible Coupe

Bring A Trailer • US • 22 Oct 2026

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Supercharged 1937 Cord 812 Sportsman Convertible Coupe

US • 22 Oct 2026

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1937 Cord 812 Sportsman Convertible Coupe features a supercharged Lycoming V8 and front-wheel drive, making it a rare and desirable classic. The car has been refurbished and comes with a history of ownership including a USAC driver and stuntman.

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Condition 

7

The car is a 1937 Cord 812 Sportsman Convertible Coupe that underwent refurbishment prior to 2005. The selling dealer notes imperfections including crazing on the passenger-side door and flaws in the chrome brightwork. It is otherwise described as being in solid condition with typical wear for a car of its age and prior restoration, requiring minor reconditioning for the noted cosmetic issues.

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32408F

1937

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United States

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Supercharged 1937 Cord 812 Sportsman Convertible Coupe

Bring A Trailer • US • 22 Oct 2026

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Description

TMU Supercharged 288ci Lycoming V8 Four-Speed Preselector Transaxle Front-Wheel Drive Sportsman Convertible Coupe Bodywork Black Paint Black Leather Upholstery 16" Wheels w/ Chromed Covers Four-Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes Independent Front Suspension Pop-Up Headlights This 1937 Cord 812 is a Sportsman convertible coupe that reportedly spent several years between the 1950s and 1980s under the ownership of USAC driver and stuntman Bob Harkey.

The car is said to have undergone a refurbishment prior to being purchased in 2005 by a Virginia collector who remained its steward until 2026.

Finished in black over black leather, the car is powered by a supercharged 288.6ci Lycoming V8 that drives the front wheels via a vacuum-operated four-speed pre-selector transaxle.

Additional features include a single downdraft carburetor, independent front suspension, four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes, external exhaust pipes, mechanically operated pop-up headlights, and a black convertible top.

This 812 ...

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£53,250

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£229,460

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£411,995

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